Battle of Hastings Hand-painted 4.5"

After the hard fought battle of Stamford Bridge in which Kind Harold II of England defeated and killed Harold Hardrada King of Norway, who had invaded Northumbria, Harold and his Saxon army marched from York to the South Coast of England. At the small village of Battle, just inland from Hastings, Harold’s army met the invading forces of William Duke of Normandy.These chess pieces are authentic reproductions of the characters, clothing and equipment of the era.

• Each piece has a fine felt base, giving it a soft, smooth landing when moving
• Handmade in Great Britain with extreme attention to detail, made uniquely for you
• All packaged in a premium presentation box, for both safe transportation and the utmost unboxing experience

Featured characters of this set

• King Harold II of England
• Edith Swan-Neck
• Archbishop Stigand
• William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy
• Bishop Odo
• English Saxon warriors with authentic armour and weaponry
• Norman knights and archers depicted in historical attire

Additional details about this set

• Expertly hand-painted pieces
• King Height: 4.6” Anglo Saxons, 4.55" The Normans
• Queen Height: 4.25”, 4.2”
• Bishop Height: 3.8”, 3.8”
• Knight Height: 3.6”, 3.55”
• Rook Height: 3”, 2.6”
• Pawn Height: 2.7”, 2.6”
• Base Width: 1.35”, 1.35”

Chess set pieces only, board not included.